1992.94.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Pink Crepe Gown
Artifact ID1992.94.1 a-b
Object Type
Gown, Evening
Date
ca.1974
Medium
crepe, thread, metal
DimensionsOverall (a) (dress) H 54 1/2 in x W 36 1/2 in (138.4 cm x 92.7 cm)
Overall (b) (belt) H 2 1/2 in x W 37 1/2 in (6.4 cm x 95.3 cm)
Physical Description(a) A floor-length pink crepe gown has a high neckline, long sleeves, and a pleated skirt.Overall (b) (belt) H 2 1/2 in x W 37 1/2 in (6.4 cm x 95.3 cm)
(b) A thick pink belt fastens with a round buckle.
Historical NoteBetty Ford wore this dress during her time as First Lady, including to the wedding of her son, Michael, to Gayle Brumbaugh on July 5, 1974; and a dinner for the Cabinet and Senior White House Staff on August 28, 1974.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteFirst Lady Betty Ford donated the item to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in 1992.
Credit LineGift of First Lady Betty Ford
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesArtifacts Relating to the Family of Gerald and Betty Ford (74627970)
Use Restriction Status
Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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